Jeremiah 26:18
"Micah the Moreshite prophesied in the days of Hezekiah king of Judah and told all the people of Judah that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: 'Zion will be plowed like a field, Jerusalem will become a heap of rubble, and the temple mount a wooded ridge.'
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 26:18?

2. How does Jeremiah 26:18 emphasize the importance of heeding prophetic warnings today?

3. What lessons can we learn from Micah's prophecy in Jeremiah 26:18?

4. How does Micah's prophecy connect with other biblical calls for repentance?

5. How can we apply the message of Jeremiah 26:18 in our communities?

6. What role does accountability play in Jeremiah 26:18's message for believers?

7. What historical evidence supports the prophecy in Jeremiah 26:18 about Jerusalem's destruction?

8. How does Jeremiah 26:18 reflect God's justice and mercy?

9. Why was Micah's prophecy in Jeremiah 26:18 significant to the people of Judah?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 26?

11. Who was the biblical prophet Micah?

12. Who is the author of the Book of Micah?

13. Who is the author of the Book of Micah?

14. In Micah 3:12, the destruction of Jerusalem is foretold—how do skeptics explain discrepancies with other accounts or timelines of Jerusalem’s fall?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the prophecy of Micah, as quoted in Jeremiah 26:18, reflect the broader theme of judgment and repentance in the Bible?

2. In what ways did Hezekiah's leadership influence the spiritual state of Judah, and what can we learn from his example for our own leadership roles?

3. How does the imagery of Zion being plowed and Jerusalem becoming rubble serve as a warning for us today in our personal and communal spiritual lives?

4. What are some modern-day "prophetic warnings" that we might be ignoring, and how can we better attune our hearts to God's messages?

5. How can we apply the lessons of repentance and restoration from this passage to our own lives, especially in times of personal or communal crisis?1. How do Jeremiah's actions in chapter 26 inspire you to act boldly in your own faith journey?

2. Compare and contrast the responses of Jeremiah and Uriah when faced with death threats. What can we learn from their reactions?

3. How does the reaction of the officials and people change from the beginning to the end of the chapter? What does this teach us about the power of a well-presented defense?

4. What does the reaction of the people to Jeremiah's prophecies reveal about their relationship with God?

5. In what ways does the story of Jeremiah 26 resonate with the current state of the world?

6. How can we apply Jeremiah's courage and faithfulness to our personal and professional lives?

7. How does the mention of Shiloh in verse 6 tie into the larger narrative of Israel's history?

8. What does this chapter reveal about the consequences of heeding or ignoring God's warnings?

9. How does Jeremiah 26 challenge your understanding of the role of a prophet?

10. What lessons does the story of Uriah teach about fear and faith?

11. How does this chapter shape our understanding of repentance and God's grace?

12. How do the elders use historical context to sway the opinion of the officials and the people?

13. Why do you think Ahikam son of Shaphan protected Jeremiah? What does this teach us about allyship and advocacy?

14. How does the concept of "innocent blood" play out in this chapter and what implications does it have for modern justice systems?

15. If you were in Jeremiah's position, how would you handle the backlash?

16. How might this chapter inform a Christian's response to persecution?

17. How does Jeremiah 26 inspire you to speak truth even when it's unpopular?

18. How can the experiences of Jeremiah and Uriah guide us in dealing with fear and threats in our lives?

19. If you were a part of the assembly hearing Jeremiah's prophecy, how would you have responded?

20. How does the story of Jeremiah 26 inspire you to defend your faith and beliefs in challenging situations?

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